Injection Moulding Process Engineer
Location: South Wales
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: From £40,000 DOE
An established and growing manufacturing business in South Wales is looking to bring an Injection Moulding Process Engineer into their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced process engineer to take ownership of moulding process optimisation, support new product introductions, and drive improvements in quality and efficiency within a high-performing technical team. This role offers the opportunity to develop into a Technical Manager position.
Responsibilities - Injection Moulding Process Engineer
- Set up and fine-tune injection moulding machines for optimal cycle times and product quality
- Analyse and improve current processes using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
- Support production teams with hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving
- Conduct trials and validations for new tools, materials, and product launches
- Collaborate with internal departments including tooling, maintenance, and quality
- Work closely with partner facility to implement best practices at the Hengoed site
- Develop and maintain process documentation such as setup sheets, validation reports, and work instructions
- Support tooling trials and participate in design reviews for manufacturability and process capability
- Perform process validations (IQ/OQ/PQ) and ensure compliance with quality standards (ISO 9001, ISO 13485)
- Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions for process-related issues
- Monitor and report on KPIs including scrap, cycle time, and downtime
- Identify and implement cost savings and efficiency improvements
- Promote knowledge sharing and skill development across the technical department
- Participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement activities
Requirements - Injection Moulding Process Engineer
- Previous experience in injection moulding process engineering within a manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of polymer materials, mould tool design, and moulding machine operation
- Proficient in process analysis and validation tools (DOE, SPC, FMEA)
- Familiarity with automation and robotics in moulding operations is advantageous
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
Qualifications - Injection Moulding Process Engineer
- Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Science, or a related field
- Technical certifications in injection moulding (e.g. RJG, G&A) are a strong advantage
- Knowledge of regulated industry standards such as ISO 13485 (medical devices) is beneficial
Benefits - Injection Moulding Process Engineer
- Competitive salary depending on experience
- Opportunity to work in a technically challenging and rewarding environment
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Supportive team and collaborative working culture
- Career progression potential within a growing business
For further details, please contact Kieren Provis on , or email
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